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This study investigates the accreditation processes in higher education across various
countries, focusing on the time and bureaucratic burden associated with accrediting new courses.
The aim is to identify strategies to accelerate the accreditation process for new courses in higher
education institutions. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to achieve this objective,
examining the accreditation processes in Portugal, Spain, the United States, France, China, Japan,
Sweden, the United Kingdom, India, and Germany. The study’s key findings revealed that the
accreditation process is generally efficient in most countries, with courses receiving accreditation
within a reasonable timeframe. However, the process can be more complex and time-consuming for
institutions seeking accreditation for the first time or offering new or innovative courses. Institutions
must meet all established criteria and promptly provide all required documentation to expedite the
accreditation process. The implications of these findings suggest that higher education institutions
should collaborate closely with relevant accrediting agencies to ensure a streamlined accreditation
process. Institutions should also consider agency requirements and course specialization when
developing new courses. Furthermore, governments play a crucial role in promoting transparency
and competition among higher education institutions, which can lead to enhanced quality assurance
and increased customer satisfaction in the education sector.
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academic courses degree accreditation higher education management quality system